The Griner Award recognizes the significant contribution business members make to CSAE and association management. The recipient may be an individual and/or his or her organization whose actions over an extended period of time have contributed in a manner beyond the expectation of daily business. This contribution reflects the enhancement of association management and/or CSAE’s profile and organizational effectiveness. (Award named in honour of the late John Griner, CAE.)

2011 Winner

Norman Jessop, Centre des congrès de Québec
The 2011 recipient is highly regarded by association executives and event planners for his professional competence, commitment to meeting client needs and sound judgment. Throughout his career he has actively contributed to CSAE’s image, growth and recognition. He was involved in the 1991 Quebec City conference and played a major role in securing sponsorships for that event.		Robert Ramsay, Norman Jessop and Ed Barisa
In 2006, his employer received the APEX Award from the International Association of Conference Centres and he was recognized then for his personal contribution to winning that award. And last but not least, he played a large part in making the 2010 conference in Quebec City such a resounding success.

• CSAE member for three to five consecutive years
• Significant support of CSAE programs demonstrating a level of commitment that transcends normal business considerations over this time
• Individual contribution: speeches, articles, seminars, committee participation, etc.
• Organization contribution: application of innovative solutions to support association management, participation within CSAE events and support of the association industry

Submission Requirements

A completed Griner Award Application Form containing:

• Nominee information
• Reference information for three supporters (one of whom must be a current CSAE member)
• Nominee’s Record of Achievement Form
• Current résumé
• Three reference letters
• Narrative (250-500 words) illustrating why the nominee is deserving of this Award

Complete details about the above elements are available in the application form.